{"id":26093,"date":"2024-01-29T05:28:11","date_gmt":"2024-01-29T13:28:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/?p=26093"},"modified":"2024-01-29T05:28:13","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T13:28:13","slug":"chrome-vs-safari","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/chrome-vs-safari\/","title":{"rendered":"Chrome vs Safari Security Showdown: Which One Keeps You Safe in 2024?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s be honest, it doesn\u2019t matter which browser you choose, pretty much all of them collect your data and leave your online security at risk in one way or another. Some are worse than others, though. Safari is known for its data-hungry tactics, which have even led to lawsuits for violating consumer privacy rights. Then again, is Chrome better? Its data collection practices are questionable at best, which could be risky for your online security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both browsers have their advantages, including some attractive security features. But you have to wonder whether they\u2019re worth it, given the risks to your security and online data trail. They might claim to put online tracking to rest, but sometimes the browsers are the worst culprits for it. So, just how secure are these two browsers? Is there a clear winner for your online security? Let\u2019s compare the two browser giants to find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d5dde3; padding: 15px; border-radius: 10px; width: 500px;\">\n<h4>Table of Contents<\/h4>\n<a href=\"#chrome\">Chrome vs. Safari: Security Feature Comparison<\/a><br>\n<a href=\"#safari\">Chrome vs. Safari Security<\/a><br>\n<section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#https\">1.HTTPs Mode<\/a><\/section>\n<section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#anti\">2.Anti-Malware Technology<\/a><\/section>\n  <section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#security\">3.Security Updates<\/a><\/section>\n<section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#tracking\">4.Tracking Protection<\/a><\/section>\n  <section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#password\">5.Password Management<\/a><\/section>\n<section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#private\">6.Private Browsing<\/a><\/section>\n  <section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#extensions\">7.Security Extensions<\/a><\/section>\n<a href=\"#which\">Which Is More Secure, Chrome or Safari?<\/a><br>\n<a href=\"#final\">The Final Verdict: Chrome vs. Safari<\/a><br>\n<a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><br>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"chrome\"><strong>Chrome vs. Safari: Security Feature Comparison<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before we dig into how the security features for each browser work, let\u2019s quickly compare what\u2019s on offer with Chrome and Safari.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\ntr {padding: 10px;}\ntd {padding: 10px;}\n<\/style>\n<table class=\"center\" rules=\"all\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; width: 100%; margin: auto;\">\n \n  <tbody><tr>\n   <td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\" style=\"background-color: #f6b26b; color: none; padding: 5px;\"><strong><\/strong><\/td>\n   <td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\" style=\"background-color: #f6b26b; color: none; padding: 5px;\"><strong>Chrome<\/strong><\/td>\n     <td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\" style=\"background-color: #f6b26b; color: none; padding: 5px;\"><strong>Safari<\/strong><\/td>\n   \n  <\/tr><\/tbody><tbody><tr> <td>HTTPS mode<\/td>\n    <td>\u2705 Pre-installed, not enabled by default <\/td>\n    <td>\u2705 Only as an extension from the App store<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n    <td>DNS over HTTPs<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Encrypts DNS requests through Google\u2019s public DNS<\/td>\n      <td>\u26d4 Not available as standard<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Anti-malware technology<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Offers three levels of anti-malware technology, plus sandboxing<\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Offers protection against fraudulent websites and on-site malware<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Third-party tracking blocker<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Do Not Track feature limits tracking, plus option to block cookies<\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Intelligent Tracking Protection blocks trackers and cookies, plus first-party trackers are limited to data storage of 7 days<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Social widget blocker<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u26d4 Not available as standard<\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Blocks on-site social widget trackers to limit data capture<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n        <td>Digital fingerprint minimizer<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u26d4 Not available as standard<\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Uses digital fingerprinting minimization to prevent activity being traced to your device<\/td>\n    \n     <td>Private browsing<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Incognito Mode available in new windows to help anonymize searches and history<\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Private Browsing Mode and Smart Search to limit data logging, plus option to set DuckDuckGo as search engine<\/td>\n    \n    <td>Password manager<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Built-in password manager with option for on-device encryption<\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Built-in password manager with passwords stored in iCloud and PassKeys for additional security<\/td>\n    \n   <td>Password warnings<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Warns you of potential password leaks and weak passwords<\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Warns you of potential password leaks and checks for variations of your passwords against lists of known leaks<\/td>\n    \n <td>Security updates<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Security updates every 2\u20133 weeks as minimum<\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Yes, but unclear how often<\/td>\n    \n<td>Security extensions<br><\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Huge list of available security extensions<\/td>\n      <td>\u2705 Yes, but limited, Apple-approved list of security extensions<\/td>\n    \n\n<\/tbody><\/table><br>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"safari\"><strong>Chrome vs. Safari Security<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"https\"><strong>1. HTTPS Mode<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-1-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26095\" style=\"width:210px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-1-1.png 500w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-1-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-1-1-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 85vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HTTPS-only mode forces secure connections on sites by using HTTPS encryption, which masks your data. It\u2019s especially important when you\u2019re accessing sensitive information, such as your online bank accounts. Most websites already use HTTPs, but it\u2019s always worth having extra protection just in case you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chrome has HTTPS-First Mode, but it\u2019s not pre-set to force websites to use secure connections. You can easily switch it on though. HTTPs-First Mode will also display a warning sign when loading websites that don\u2019t support HTTPs so you can decide whether to proceed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Chrome, you also get DNS over HTTPs via Advanced Protection mode, which is pre-enabled. This encrypts your DNS requests when using Google\u2019s public DNS, limiting the amount of information snoopers can see. It also stops cybercriminals from rerouting your DNS requests elsewhere, such as re-directing you to an HTTP or vulnerable site that could install malware on your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By comparison, Safari doesn\u2019t have HTTPs-only mode. It can switch sites from HTTP to HTTPs, but you\u2019ll need to install the HTTPS Only for Safari app from the App Store. The extension is easy to set up and provides the level of HTTPs encryption you need, but we\u2019d expect this to be a primary built-in feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p><strong>Verdict = <\/strong>There\u2019s no arguing here, Chrome wins. HTTPs-First Mode might not be turned on automatically, but at least it\u2019s there as an option without any additional extensions.<\/p><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anti\"><strong>2. Anti-Malware Technology<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anti-malware technology prevents you from accessing untrustworthy sites that might steal your important information, such as passwords or bank details. Thankfully both Chrome and Safari offer anti-malware technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chrome offers three levels of anti-malware protection: no protection, standard, or enhanced. Standard is enabled by default, protecting you from dangerous websites, downloads, and extensions. It cross-checks URLs with listed unsafe sites to determine if they\u2019re safe. It also alerts you of suspicious activity while you\u2019re on a website through a handy pop-up. Some might say annoying, others would say it\u2019s worth it for your privacy. We agree with the latter.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26096\" style=\"width:210px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-2.png 500w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-2-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 85vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can switch on Enhanced Protection, which lets you help Google with protecting other web users. It sends data about URLs, downloads, and extensions in your browser to help detect new threats. This seems a little contradictory in our eyes. For more protection, you\u2019ll need to share more data with Google (like it needs any more).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chrome also uses a feature called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/google-built-a-surveillance-system-into-chrome\/\">sandboxing<\/a>, which isolates websites if it detects suspicious activity. This stops downloads or harmful links from further damaging your device. Effectively, it locks the threat in a box so it can\u2019t go anywhere else. You can then close the browser to remove the threat and reopen a new window to continue as before. This is enabled by default.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By comparison, Safari\u2019s Fraudulent Website Warning alerts you if you attempt to visit a suspicious website. It can detect phishing and scam attempts before you open a webpage to shield you from vulnerabilities before they happen. It\u2019s already built-in to the browser but it\u2019s not switched on by default, which is a little disappointing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p><strong>Verdict = <\/strong>Chrome wins this round. Although both browsers offer similar functionality, Chrome\u2019s Standard Protection is already enabled by default. The tiered anti-malware protection is also advantageous for additional customization of your browser.<\/p><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"security\"><strong>3. Security Updates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to The Hacker News, Chrome reported 8 zero-day exploits in 2023, which is worrying, to say the least. The last of these zero-day vulnerabilities enabled cybercriminals to run code outside of Chrome\u2019s sandbox feature, leaving users at risk of malware and unauthorized device access. Chrome releases new updates with security and bug fixes every 2-3 weeks, though perhaps that\u2019s not often enough, especially given the data.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apple doesn\u2019t disclose how often it runs security updates for Safari, which raises some questions about transparency and what\u2019s happening behind the scenes. It does mention a Rapid Security Response to patch major security vulnerabilities as soon as possible. Looking back at 2023 data, Apple released over 100 security patches across multiple devices, though it\u2019s not clear which of these were specifically related to Safari. Nor do we know how many of these were zero-day exploits. We have questions unanswered here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p><strong>Verdict = <\/strong>It\u2019s a draw. Apple\u2019s ambiguity about its security updates is less than ideal. Even though Chrome does disclose security update frequency, clearly it\u2019s not fixing bugs fast enough to reduce the number of zero-day vulnerabilities.<\/p><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tracking\"><strong>4. Tracking Protection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tracking protection is something both browsers do well at. Well, Chrome is getting there. It offers a Do Not Track feature that lets you send a request to sites not to track you or collect your browsing data. This helps reduce the amount of data websites can gather about you, but pay attention to the word \u2018request.\u2019 Websites receive a request from you to not log or track your data, but how they respond to that request is up to them. It doesn\u2019t force them to stop tracking you, so they can still serve you relevant ads and monitor your activity.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-1-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26097\" style=\"width:210px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-1-2.png 500w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-1-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-1-2-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 85vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the plus side, you can choose to block third-party cookies entirely, only block them in Incognito mode, or allow them. The default setting is to block cookies in Incognito mode, so you\u2019ll need to change your settings if you want these turned off completely. This will restrict how websites track you, stopping them from following you around the web where they can serve you ads on other sites.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In early 2024, Chrome announced it\u2019s rolling out a new Tracking Protection feature to phase out third-party cookies. This means third-party cookies will be restricted by default, rather than you having to select this feature yourself. We\u2019re yet to hear the results of their first rollout, so we\u2019ll have to wait and see.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now what about Safari? Safari\u2019s Intelligent Tracking Prevention (ITP) feature works to block third-party and cross-site tracking by default, hiding your IP address from trackers. It also restricts the storage of first-party cookies from JavaScript to 7 days, significantly limiting how much information is stored about you online. You can access your Privacy Report via Safari to see which trackers the ITP has blocked, which is a huge positive for transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Safari also takes things one step further with social widget tracking prevention. This feature prevents social widget-like share buttons and comment fields from logging your data without your permission. Then there\u2019s the Fingerprinting Defense functionality, which shows websites a simplified version of device characteristics to make it hard to distinguish when it\u2019s you or someone else. This makes it tough to digitally profile you or link activity back to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p><strong>Verdict = <\/strong>Safari wins here by a mile. Chrome might be rolling out new features to block third-party trackers for good, but Safari has been doing that for years. <\/p><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"password\"><strong>5. Password Management<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s start with Safari. The WebKit-based browser uses PassKeys, which are designed to replace passwords and provide you with a safer sign-in method. Unlike passwords, PassKeys aren\u2019t stored on web browsers, so there\u2019s much less risk of someone getting access to your credentials. You get a new PassKey for each website, so even if someone could see your login information, they couldn\u2019t break through any other accounts.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-2-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26098\" style=\"width:210px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-2-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-2-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-2-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-2-1-768x768.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For any regular logins, Safari lets you save these to the iCloud Keychain, which is protected by encryption and your device passcode. It also suggests strong passwords when setting up new logins, helping to protect you from cybercriminals who could easily guess them. It then runs regular checks to see if any of these passwords have been leaked, checking variations of your logins against lists of breached passwords. It will notify you if it detects any leaked passwords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like Safari, Chrome lets you save passwords to your account. Your list of saved passwords is locked by your Google login information. Safety Check runs in the background to check passwords and will alert you if they\u2019ve been compromised. It also highlights weak passwords and encourages you to change them.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can set up on-device encryption with Chrome for extra security. This encrypts passwords before they\u2019re saved to your Google account. To access these logins, you\u2019ll need two-factor authentication. Annoyingly, this feature is somewhat hidden within your Chrome security settings, so it\u2019s not the easiest thing to find.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p><strong>Verdict = <\/strong>Safari wins password management. It takes the extra steps Chrome doesn\u2019t to protect your passwords and stop them from falling into the wrong hands.<\/p><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"private\"><strong>6. Private Browsing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both Safari and Chrome offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/browse-anonymously\/\">private browsing<\/a>. Safari\u2019s Private Search option stops the browser from logging your search history, queries, or information from forms you fill in.. It also stops trackers, both on pages and in URLs. Any private browser window you use is locked so that others near you can\u2019t snoop on your search if you\u2019ve left your device unattended. You\u2019ll need your device passcode to reopen the window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Safari also has Smart Search which lets you type website names, web addresses, and search queries within the same search bar. This limits the amount of data third-party search engines can collect about you, including cookies, precise location, and browsing history.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For even more security, you can opt to set DuckDuckGo as your default search engine to browse with increased encryption and stop more trackers, including those in emails. Chrome also offers this functionality, but you\u2019ll need to install the DuckDuckGo extension rather than Safari\u2019s one-click method.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As part of an iCloud+ subscription, you can upgrade your private browsing to include Apple\u2019s Private Relay. This sends your DNS requests through different relays, masking your IP address and internet traffic. Only your network provider can see your IP address at the first relay, but they can\u2019t see your DNS requests, so they have no idea what site you\u2019re looking at. The second relay gives you a temporary IP address to disguise your real location from trackers and third parties.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It works similarly to a VPN, but it only encrypts your in-browser traffic, not all device activity. It\u2019s also worth mentioning that the second relay is monitored by a third-party content provider, so there\u2019s always the risk your traffic could be tampered with or intercepted if a cybercriminal exploits a vulnerability at this relay.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p>To encrypt all device traffic and keep your IP concealed, you can try Private Internet Access. PIA redirects your traffic through a secure VPN server and switches your IP address to a location of your choice. It also encrypts your activity to stop others peeking on your browsing history. There\u2019s no one monitoring our servers but us, so there\u2019s much less risk of anyone intercepting your traffic. <\/p><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/what-privacy-and-incognito-mode-can-and-cannot-protect\/\">Chrome\u2019s Incognito Mode<\/a> offers private browsing by blocking search query logs, cookies, and other site-tracking information. To use it, you simply click on <em>New Incognito Window <\/em>from your Chrome settings. Anything you do in this window stays private and isn\u2019t linked to your Chrome browsing history. As soon as you close the window, Google wipes all session data, including cookies.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google\u2019s Incognito Mode hasn\u2019t always lived up to expectations though. Towards the end of 2023, Google faced a lawsuit for tracking users\u2019 activity even while they were in Incognito Mode. It then changed wording about its private browsing feature to explain that sites can still track you in Incognito Mode, they just can\u2019t link activity back to your other Chrome history. The private browser also doesn\u2019t stop ISPs, your employer, or school network operators from seeing your activity. For that, you\u2019d need a VPN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A VPN wraps your traffic in encrypted code and sends all of your traffic through a VPN tunnel to hide your activities. This means anyone watching can\u2019t see what you\u2019re doing, whether that\u2019s your employer or a cybercriminal, even if they\u2019re on the same network.\u00a0 It also switches your IP address with another, preventing trackers from tracing activity back to your device. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/buy-vpn-online?conversionpoint=chrome_vs_safari\">try PIA VPN<\/a> to mask your browser habits and IP address, keeping your online activity away from watchful eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p><strong>Verdict = <\/strong> It\u2019s Safari again. Safari\u2019s no tracking browser really means no tracking, plus it lets you set DuckDuckGo as your default search engine for extra anonymity.<\/p><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"extensions\"><strong>7. Security Extensions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chrome offers an almost infinite number of extensions to boost your browser security. Some of the most popular extensions include AdBlock Plus, HTTPS Everywhere, LastPass, PrivacyBadger, and Click&amp;Clean.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26099\" style=\"width:210px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-4.png 500w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pasted-image-0-4-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 85vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of Chrome\u2019s security extensions are based on blocking ads, banners, pop-ups, cookies, and trackers to limit the amount of data third parties can gather about you. 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Like Chrome, these extensions help you block ads and also protect you from spyware.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p><strong>Verdict = <\/strong>  Chrome offers way more functionality and choice for security extensions. Safari\u2019s small list of allowable extensions can\u2019t compete with Chrome\u2019s.<\/p><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which\"><strong>Which Is More Secure, Chrome or Safari?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both browsers have their strengths and weaknesses. And both of them shine through over the other for certain aspects. When it comes down to your security, Safari is probably your best bet.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chrome offers greater functionality for security extensions, it employs HTTPs-First Mode, and it scans for potentially fraudulent websites to stop you from getting caught by cybercriminals. But Safari\u2019s security measures are superior. Apple takes the precautions you need to keep your passwords and logins secure, protect you from risky ads and trackers, and even lets you use DuckDuckGo as your search engine for an extra layer of security.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final\"><strong>The Final Verdict: Chrome vs. Safari<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Safari might trump Chrome for security, but neither browser is 100% secure. Nothing online ever is. Even with Safari\u2019s security features, third parties can still see your IP address, snoop on your browsing history, and potentially steal your data. To take your security to the next level, you need a VPN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A VPN encrypts your traffic and switches your IP address, concealing your location and online activity from anyone watching. ISPs, government officials, data-hungry websites, and cybercriminals can\u2019t look at what you\u2019re doing online. It won\u2019t make you 100% anonymous (that\u2019s impossible!), but it will shield your online history and keep your browser activities more private.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/buy-vpn-online?conversionpoint=chrome_vs_safari\">download Private Internet Access<\/a> to encrypt your activity and keep yourself safe while browsing. Whether it\u2019s a private email, your online banking, or just a day\u2019s worth of online shopping history, PIA keeps your data safely locked away from snoopers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a style=\"text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/buy-vpn-online?conversionpoint=chrome_vs_safari\"><button class=\"bg-btn-1\"> Get PIA VPN<\/button><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\"><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706387070786\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Safari better than Google Chrome?<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">That depends on what you\u2019re after. Safari is optimized for iOS devices and has better privacy and security features. Chrome is quick and has a huge choice of extensions, so it might be better if you prefer performance over privacy.\u00a0<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706387082174\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why do people prefer Chrome over Safari?<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Most people prefer Chrome because it\u2019s faster and offers increased performance. It also has loads of extensions to choose from to customize your browser. Plus it has seamless syncing of bookmarks, passwords, and settings across devices which makes ease-of-use a huge selling point. Even though Safari might not beat Chrome for most users, many still prefer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/chrome-vs-firefox\/\">Firefox to Chrome<\/a> because it uses less RAM, offers greater privacy, and has more features.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706387097396\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Chrome more secure than Safari?<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. Chrome has some attractive security features, including anti-malware technology, tracker blockers, and password management, but Safari makes security a true priority. It has Intelligent Tracking Prevention, a social widget blocker, PassKeys, and a digital fingerprint minimizer to help bolster your security. 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